For many people, Christmas is the most exciting time of the year, when presents are wrapped, trees are put up, decorations are hung, and Santa Claus’s arrival is eagerly anticipated.

We want to see your best, most spectacular images of Christmas where you live.

What do your decorations or lights look like this year? What holiday traditions do you celebrate in your  country? Will you be attending particular Christmas events such as markets or  ceremonies?

Send us your favorite images of Christmas where you live, and your photos could be part of the series CNN celebrates, where we feature your best shots from some of the world's biggest holidays and events.

This assignment is now closed. Many thanks for all of your wonderful submissions, some of which were used in our image gallery of Christmas where you live.